Poll Information

Poll Information

Voting in Calaveras County precincts is conducted by Election Officers who are appointed by the Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder / Registrar of Voters.

Election Officers are responsible for conducting the voting in strict accordance with the voting laws of the State of California, and in doing so perform a very important service in preserving democracy.

Must be a registered voter in the State of California or lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States, as specified, and who is otherwise eligible to register to vote, except for his or her lack of United States citizenship.

Be at least 18 years of age (or a High School Senior at least 16 years of age and good academic standing and a part of the student poll worker program)

Work on Election Day from 6:00 A.M. until all duties are completed (approx. 10:00 P.M.)

Attend a mandatory training class, per election

Duties: The duties of Election Officers include:

1. Prepare, open and close the polling place location

2. Locate voter names on the roster

3. Issue to and receive from the voters, their official ballots

4. Assist voters in any phase of the voting process

5. Perform all required duties assigned by the Registrar of Voters or Precinct Inspector

The Inspector, in addition, must:

1. Be in charge of a polling place and its Precinct Board on Election Day

2. Assign duties to clerks on Election Day

3. Accept and check election supplies and availability of polling place before Election Day

Payment: Election Officers will be paid as follows:

1. Inspector: $100

2. Clerk $85

3. Student: $85

If you meet the requirements and are interested in being an Election Officer, fill out and send the completed Poll Worker Application
Form to the Elections Office located at: Government Center 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249

Poll Worker Information Documents

Disclaimer: The information contained in these pages was valid at the time of publication. The County Clerk / Recorder / Registrar of Voters reserves the right to modify, update, change or make improvements at any time, without notice, and assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly as a result of errors, omissions or discrepancies.